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Gallade is a Psychic / Fighting-type Pokemon known for its Sinnoh-era role, evolution method, abilities and matchup profile. This guide covers Gallade’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Alternate Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Gallade guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Gallade is a Psychic / Fighting-type Pokemon from the Sinnoh era. It is known for its distinctive design, battle role, evolution requirements and useful movepool across different Pokemon games.
Competitive Overview
Gallade can be useful in competitive Pokemon depending on the format, available moves and ruleset. Its typing, abilities and movepool give it specific matchups where it can pressure opponents or support a team.
Like many Pokemon, Gallade performs best when its weaknesses are covered by teammates and its strongest moves are used in the right matchup.
Here are the key facts to know about Gallade, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Gallade
National Dex
#0475
Type
Psychic / Fighting
Species
Blade Pokemon
Height
5’03” / 1.6 m
160 cm
Weight
114.6 lbs / 52.0 kg
52.0 kg
Abilities
Steadfast, Sharpness, Justified
Gallade has a stat profile built around its battle role and typing. Use the stat section below to compare its HP, Attack, Defense, Special Attack, Special Defense and Speed.
These are some of Gallade’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
Psycho Cut is one of Gallade’s most useful moves across Pokemon games, offering reliable pressure, coverage or support depending on the format.
Close Combat is one of Gallade’s most useful moves across Pokemon games, offering reliable pressure, coverage or support depending on the format.
Sacred Sword is one of Gallade’s most useful moves across Pokemon games, offering reliable pressure, coverage or support depending on the format.
Swords Dance is one of Gallade’s most useful moves across Pokemon games, offering reliable pressure, coverage or support depending on the format.
Leaf Blade is one of Gallade’s most useful moves across Pokemon games, offering reliable pressure, coverage or support depending on the format.
Knock Off is one of Gallade’s most useful moves across Pokemon games, offering reliable pressure, coverage or support depending on the format.
Shadow Sneak is one of Gallade’s most useful moves across Pokemon games, offering reliable pressure, coverage or support depending on the format.
Wide Guard is one of Gallade’s most useful moves across Pokemon games, offering reliable pressure, coverage or support depending on the format.
Use the section below to view Gallade’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Gallade is a Psychic / Fighting-type Pokemon. Its typing determines which attacks are super effective, resisted or blocked.
Type
Psychic, Fighting
Weaknesses
Flying, Ghost, Fairy
Resistances
Fighting, Rock
Immunities
None
Gallade’s abilities can affect how it handles matchups, disruption, damage or team support.
Steadfast gives Gallade an important battle trait depending on the game, format and ruleset.
Sharpness gives Gallade an important battle trait depending on the game, format and ruleset.
Justified gives Gallade an important battle trait depending on the game, format and ruleset.
This section shows the Gallade evolution line and how each stage is obtained.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Ralts at Level 20
Stage 3
Evolves from male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone
Gallade’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Older games are still listed for consistency, including games where Gallade had not been introduced yet.
| Game | Where to Find Gallade |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Gallade had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Gallade had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Gallade had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Gallade |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Gallade had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Gallade had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Gallade had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Gallade |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Gallade had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Gallade had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Gallade had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Gallade had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Gallade had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Gallade |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
| Game | Where to Find Gallade |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon White |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
| Game | Where to Find Gallade |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Y |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
| Game | Where to Find Gallade |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
| Game | Where to Find Gallade |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Evolve from a male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Snowpoint Temple. Gallade can also be obtained by evolving a male Kirlia with a Dawn Stone. |
| Game | Where to Find Gallade |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Found in Glaseado Mountain, Alfornada Cavern and North Province Area One. Gallade can also be obtained by evolving male Kirlia with a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Found in Glaseado Mountain, Alfornada Cavern and North Province Area One. Gallade can also be obtained by evolving male Kirlia with a Dawn Stone. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Available as an Alpha Pokemon in Wild Zone 20. Gallade can also be obtained by evolving a male Kirlia with a Dawn Stone. |
| Game | Where to Find Gallade |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
Mega Gallade is an important alternate form for Gallade. This section can be updated as new game and competitive details become available.
Mega Gallade is an important alternate form for Gallade. This section can be updated as new game and competitive details become available.
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Gallade. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Gallade is a Psychic / Fighting-type Pokemon.
Gallade is weak to Flying, Ghost, Fairy-type moves.
Evolves from male Kirlia using a Dawn Stone
Gallade’s abilities are Steadfast, Sharpness, Justified.
Gallade’s best moves often include Psycho Cut, Close Combat, Sacred Sword, Swords Dance, Leaf Blade, Knock Off, Shadow Sneak, Wide Guard.
Gallade can be useful depending on the game and format thanks to its typing, abilities and movepool.
Check the location section above because Gallade availability changes by game.
Available as an Alpha Pokemon in Wild Zone 20. Gallade can also be obtained by evolving a male Kirlia with a Dawn Stone.
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